If you are looking for a holiday where the climate and quality of hotels and service are the same as Dubai but which does not have the bustling city feel to it, then you should consider a holiday to Ras al Khaimah.
Indeed many ex-pats who live in Dubai will go on holiday in Ras al Khaimah for the weekend, or for a mini break. Ras al Khaimah offers luxurious and modern hotels and its golden sandy beaches are amongst the best in the UAE.